Tender

GB-Didcot: Supply of B4C neutron shielding material

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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Tender

02 Mar 2022 at 15:50

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

UK Research and Innovation is seeking proposals for the supply of B4C neutron shielding material, with a tender titled "GB-Didcot: Supply of B4C neutron shielding material." This procurement falls under the construction materials industry category and is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is currently in the Tender phase, with bids due by Thursday, 17th March 2022, at 14:00. The tender is valued at between £100,000 and £500,000, and the contract period is set to commence on 23rd March 2022 and conclude by 30th June 2022. This is an open procurement process, encouraging a wide range of suppliers to participate.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in construction materials or related goods to expand their market presence. Given the nature of the product requirements, businesses focused on manufacturing or supplying specialised materials, particularly those experienced with boron carbide or similar shielding materials, would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this procurement process could not only lead to securing a significant contract but also enhance relationships with UK Research and Innovation, potentially paving the way for future collaborations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Didcot: Supply of B4C neutron shielding material

Notice Description

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Thursday 17th March 2022 at 14:00. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Summary of requirement UK Research and Innovation- Science and Technology Facilities Council have a requirement for the supply of B4C neutron shielding material Specification 150m2 of flexible boron carbide (B4C) sheet material which can be easily cut B4C mass content >= 80% Supplied as handleable sized sheets - approx. 1m x 0.5m Sheet thickness of >= 5mm No self-adhesive layers Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f816423-24d9-4848-ab57-f16abb62852c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44110000 - Construction materials

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Mar 2022 - 30 Jun 2022 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Further Information

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